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I’ve squeezed out my sources like a lemon in these months, and I don’t know what else I can leak. Maybe one of last things I will be able to find out for you is the time, when the X-T1 will be officially announced.
It’s 04:30 AM London Time, this Tuesday, January 28th (11:30 PM, January 27th, New York).
I’ll make a live blogging sessions here on Fujirumors. It will be the final chapter in one of the longest and most leaked rumor stories on Fujirumors (thanks a lot to all sources who cooperated with FR).
As you know, it’s also the moment where you can choose to support several months of leaks and restless work on FR. If the X-T1 is the camera you’ve waited for, feel free to use one of the shoplinks (Amazon, Bhphoto and Adorama & Co) on this blog to purchase it. No extra costs for you, but you’ll allow me to keep this blog running.
I’m already looking beyond the X-T1… and with your support, we could have a great rumor-time also in 2014 😉
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I will purchase it here if the reviews show it is a worthy camera which I cant imagine Fuji doing since every new camera has been better than the previous versions.
thanks, will keep you up to date with the latest reviews too.
…if only it had been FF….
Yes, indeed.. So then there would be 0 lenses for it. Makes perfect sense.
In a year. There may be full frame. Right now. No.
Once they fulfil there lens line up.
I would support the idea of full-frame…only if it is backward compatible:
– You can keep you amazing compact XF lenses.
– You can adapt any third party full-frame lenses with a cheap adapter, and avoid cropping the view.
– I’m sure Fuji could manage to produce ultra bright prime lenses at reasonable size.
As for people saying that full frame f4.0/f2.8/f2.0 is speed equivalent to APS-C f2.8/f2.0/f1.4, have you never heard of pixel-shading? I have realized this recently and am quite disappointed to find a 1/3EV real gain from f2.8 tof2.0… 🙁
Honestly, after spending five and a half years with the D700, I swore I’d never shoot a crop sensor again. Fuji has proven to me that it’s not a necessity.
I owned Nikon D700 and D3s (full-frame) and do love my Fuji X-M1 (so small, what a breeze!).
When you consider the performance jump between D7000 (cropped sensor) and D700 at high ISO (I’m not even talking about D3s), can you imagine the performance of a full-frame X-Trans?
Then add a focus system and reactivity on par with DSLRs and…done, the whole market is turned upside down! 🙂
I’ve enjoyed following these rumours and would really love this camera, but I’m going to wait for the X Pro 2 before upgrading from my amazing X-E1 🙂
+1
Yup, I’m waiting for the x-pro2 withe the xe3 follow-up
will i upgrade? Not unless the camera offers something i really miss from my X-Pro 1
Weather sealing is a great boon considering how much of my photography is taken outside in the elements – but a carrier bag with elastic band can also double up for that feature.
But there are more than just one feature needed to ‘provide the financial case’ for an upgrade, and it may well be that I can wait until the fabled X-Pro 2 comes out or just be happy with what I’ve got and get a second lens…
This is a small point but I think it’s important.
While I appreciate all the efforts put in by Patrick and understand the need to promote the store links on his page folks should also consider supporting their local photo specialist retailers.
These stores are closing up at a rapid rate worldwide and I genuinely fear the day when photographers won’t be able to walk into a physical shop and get their hands on the latest gear they read all about online.
I hope that opinion doesn’t offend anyone but if you’re going to buy online then obviously support FR’s affiliate links. Cheers.
That’s a good point Gaffman, I’m sure if one or two specialist retailers offered Patrick a small commission for products sold from links here to their webpages, everyone would be very happy 🙂
That would be great… if there are small retailers who can create an affiliation with FR, just email me.
I would love it if this could happen. I want to support both Patrick’s site and a specialist retailer. I also want to buy the X-T1, so I hope this collaboration happens soon so that both can benefit from my purchase :-).
it’s a good point Gaffman.
What about buying the camera on FR, and the spare batteries, tripods, UHS-II SD cards and all the rest at small stores? As far as I know small stores do not gain much on a camera (depending on brands, it’s different), but especially on SD cards and other accessories. But of course the point you raise is important. This could be a compromise… however, it’s honorable to support small stores, and not only small “niche” websites.
Whatever you choose to do, you’ll do the right thing.
I’m a french FR follower, I like your site, and I’d like to support you by buying some gears on your affiliate stores, even online stores. Unfortunately, there is neither french nor european link available, and I feel a little frustrated. So please consider that you are now an international star in Fuji world. Cheers.
I’ve just a few affiliations in Europe. The nearest store to your country is this one. Don’t feel frustrated, simply enjoy the rumors.
Thanks Patrick, next time I’ll put it on my shops list. ☺
They have excellent prices !! I’m absolutely bookmarking them and will buy from them next time !! How do I make sure they know I shopped thru FR ?
just click on the link, the system will track it.
Interesting point, but I don’t believe these stores will survive anyway.
I know quite a few people who prefer walking into a shop in their city centre or high street to get a repair or a return processed – and picked up – over the hassle of doing it by post or courier. Never mind the chance to chat over things and browse actual physical products.
Me for one.
Excellent, reliable, face to face service is what makes retail relevant in our web shopping saturated world. When it’s good it’s worth paying a little extra for in my opinion.
All power to Patrick though – he’s doing a great job and I’m sure everyone here really appreciates it. If my local places aren’t an option I’ll defo use the links.
I enjoy face to face service too. However, it is pretty clear where all of this is going. I imagine we will end up with displays in bigger stores.
I don’t know what the camera shops are like around you, but, around me they are awful. The selection is notoriously poor and they typically only carry 2-3 brands of camera gear anyway. Only one store within 100mi. carries Fuji gear (and you know who they are, it’s the actual official main store for Pictureline which is frequently referenced/linked here) but they will typically push you towards a Nikon/Canon even if you know what you want.
Most of the local stores have a zero return policy and the ones that do have much more restriction than online stores.
The sales staff at the local places have, in my experience, always had huge knowledge gaps. For example, I went to Pictureline to try to find some Lee filter holder gear once and they had no idea what I was talking about and most definitely didn’t carry ANY filter holder solutions at that time.
Basically, when it boils down to it, local camera shops are already dead to me. They can’t provide the knowledge, selection, or customer service that websites can. They do not deserve to be rewarded for mediocrity.
Now, I will say that there are a couple of vintage camera specialty shops around that do a great job. They have a specific niche and they serve it well. These same shops don’t even try to sell modern camera gear which is probably the best choice.
True, I’m simply too small to change the destiny of small stores. But if it can be a support somewhow, I’d affiliate nevertheless.
I’ll mention it – you never know.
Cheers.
I agree with you completely. And I have a fantastic camera store just down the strew, Kenmore Camera. But we have a 9.8% state sales tax. That means on $1300 I give the state $127.40. That’s a big ouch.
That is exactly what it like in most of Florida sadly, so I must buy from B&H or Amazon (after doing much research) an if I don’t like it, I must send it back.
Also, don’t forget that it doesn’t have to be only a major purchase, but can also be a filter or memory cards or a hard drive to help support our good friend Patrick! 😉
Having worked in camera stores for a decade (I don’t any more), and having been commissioned based most of that time, I can say (without sounding mean) if you are going to go kick some tires on cameras just to feel them, then walk out and buy them on line, it’s best just to buy them on line the first time through. Nothing is more frustrating than spending an hour getting someone in to the right camera, then have them ask if they can match the price of such and such a website. it was always ‘no we can’t’ or ‘yes i can do that’ and the commission (and paycheck) goes out the window. Most salesmen just work to feed their kids and pay the mortgage, it’s not a labor or love. And nothing will kill a love for photography faster than being a salesman making 4 bucks and hour plus spifs. I’m just saying, if you fully intend to buy it online, then buy it on line, and if you do go to a brick and mortar store, just be honest with the staff up front if you aren’t going to buy it there.
I am looking into buying an X-T1 (was looking at the X-E2 until this one came along). Whichever camera I will buy, I will most likely buy it online. I have clicked your links Patrick as a test, but I cannot see how you are referenced for our clicks when we proceed with the checkouts (especially on BHPHOTO). I can see the reference link on Adorama (rflaid67913) thogh.
Would you mind explaining how this works ?
They track the link, don’t worry… and thanks for considering to use them.
Hi Patrick
Thnks for all your efforts and what you bring to us
Regarding the belgian store you referred, do yo have any code for them to identify a customer coming from you?
every link is trackable autmagically thanks to a software. But fact is that, although I’m European too (and mirrorless sales are stronger here than in USA), I don’t have an extended network here. Will try to improve this with the time if I can.
How about weather sealed objectives?
I would hazard a guess that the 16-55/2.8 would be weather sealed like the 18-135mm.
Sounds reasonable.
Patrick, thanks for your good work on the X-T1! I’m sure some of the leaks have been blessed and orchestrated by Fujifilm themselves, but maybe it got a little out of control here? 🙂 Good for you!
So the X-T1 gets all the attention, no wonder, but what about the rumored X30? Will it have a bigger 1″ X-trans sensor? According to rumors it should be right around the corner?
If Fujifilm had chosen to launch their flagship substitute at CES, I’m sure the X-T1 would have completely overshadowed the X-S1 and all the other excellent bridge and P&S cameras there. No wonder they held back a few weeks.
Yes : really nothing new on the X30 front?
I don’t know if something that comes via rumor box is orchestrated by Fujifilm. What I know is that my trusted sources aren’t. Why should Fuji leak the X-T1 exactly in October, right when the X-E2 has been announced? It would be madness. It surely cost them some X-E2 sales… and I suppose they where pretty angry with me.
However, trusted sources told me about and I’ve shared immediatly, so that you could decide right in time if you want to wait for the X-T1 or not (I didn’t, and bought the X-E2 in December).
And I promise you, starting from now, I’ll focus on X30, X200, X-PRO2 and whatever again 😉
I didn’t mean to imply that you or your sources are controlled by Fujifilm in any way. Fujifilm surely wouldn’t have initiated the early rumors on a weather sealed Fujica-look-a-like (which turned out to be somewhat inaccurate for the obvious Contax Aria-replica). But I’m sure they appreciated some of the fuzz that’s been going on over the last few weeks, and they have contributed quite a bit themselves, if not with figures or facts. So they may be angry with you, but maybe it’s not all black rage?
Excellent shout with the Contax Aria connection.
Why not the Fujica ST701 or ST801?
ture, looks like a contax, but also a bit like this Fujica. However, it’s retro and weather sealed, so this part of the rumor is quite accurate.
If you could take a look behind the scenes (into my email account), you’d see for example the hestiation of new sources to share informations and the long email exchanges to build a trustful relationship with them. The only one who is always quite cool is the Japanese one 🙂
Sure, Fujfilm has interest to create some buzz. The company itself leaked the first X-T1 image on January 20th, for example. But honestly I think that this time it went all out of control…
but no matter how many rumors have been spread, I’m sure there is still a lot to discover about the X-T1! Can’t wait for the first (serious) reviews.
I agree, the retro Fujica-relation was quite good enough for a rumour and not at all off the mark. 🙂
I’ve been intrigued by the strong Contax Aria-link though. Even the size doesn’t seem to be much off, the X-T1 probably only slightly smaller. I think it’s a good thing that someone is trying to fill the gap left by the legendary Contax, and maybe it reveals some of Fujifilm’s grand ambition as well?
Looking forward to all the details and reviews! And I’m sure you’re able to dig up something exciting on the X30 and other cameras in the weeks to come.
I’ll be buying…. I also want the grip, do you know if that will be available at the same time?!? make sure there is a link to a UK retailer on Tuesday morning 😉 …. who do you have as a UK affiliation Patrick?
wexUK, that’s it, and there will be a link. Really, I’m overwhelmed by your will to support FR. thanks guys.
Credit card ready! This new camera will work great along my X-PRO1 & X100s!
Once I get this camera in hand, all my m43 will be sold!
woo hoo! X-T1, X-PRO1 and X100S… you should write a comparisons for FR about this glorious trinity!
I’ll share images, but my writing skills are lack luster.. even though I went to Grad school and had to write a Master’s thesis.. years of APA (American Psychological Association) writing, makes my sentences very dry and boring..
Still no news about video improvements…
Hi Patrick,
Great job on the website, very entertaining- especially the comments about when/why anyone will buy a new item. I’ve been an unabashed Fuji fanboy since I’ve had my X-Pro1 (was probably the first one to be delivered by B&H). I was just about to spring for the X-E2 and then I started to read about the XT1 here, so I decided to wait. Still not sure if I’ll get it or wait for the XP2, but if I do it will be from your link.
As for small retailers, they have their place in some markets but because their small their prices are usually higher. That may be ok if one is a hobbyist/amateur who has ample resources to support said small retailer. But I’m an old retired pro with limited (fixed) income sources. I’ve devoted my life to pursuing creative/artistic efforts making whatever material sacrifices to do same. Retailers are entitled to charge whatever they charge for whatever merchandise they peddle. And I’m entitled to purchase as much equipment as I need for the lowest price I can find, and still be able to buy groceries.
Patrick any support link for Canadian retailers?
Patrick, please make sure you have Canadian links as well! Thanks for all the hard work!
+1! If the price is good, I’ll be looking upgrade over my m43 gear
I’ll put the link to AmazonCAN. I don’t know if they will have it immediatly available for pre-order.
Not usually. I would count on henryss and visited to have pre-order option first. I see Henry’s has a banner ad on your site. Does clicking it help?
I’m not affiliated with Henrys. The banner does not create trackable links… hmm… maybe I did a decent work with the news and rumors in the last year on FR, but apparently not with my affilation network. Well then, simply get it at your trusted store and send me your first images taken with the X-T1 ASAP. I’ll share them in the first dedicated “X-T1 X-shooter zone”… that’s also a way to support FR, with your creativity and photographs.
+1
“I’m already looking beyond the X-T1…”
I’m with Patrick, on this one.
Hi Patrick some new close up pics and maybe some more info on X-T1?
http://photorumors.com/2014/01/25/detailed-fuji-x-t1-camera-specifications/
Cheers
Marshyport
Hi Marshall… it’s already all in the updated version of this post: http://www.fujirumors.com/x-t1-improved-wifi-no-double-sd-card-slot-how-it-looks-with-the-flash-and-more/
i’ll buy using your links tomorrow night at 10:30PM CST (US). also pre-ordered the 56mm 1.2 using your link a few days ago. I appreciate your work on this site!
it’s on the 28th, in two days. Thanks for your loyal support.
Tuesday 4:30 London time is actually Monday night for most of us in North America.
oh yes, that’s right! sorry, I’m pretty exhausted and tired at the moment, and apparently a bit confused now… ok then, it will happen tomorrow in USA… sounds better than “the day after tomorrow” here in Europe 😉
Not just USA. Canada too. North America is not just the US 😉
hehe… I told you, I’m confused at the moment.
Hi Patrick,
Thanks for all the hard work…..reading through the comments i see that lot of people appreciate the work you are doing. and as such would like to support FR by buying through FR links. But they can´t because you don´t have a link for their country. … have you thought about a donation button? there are even some people who aren´t buying a camera now but would like to support FR…
Hi Kalli. There is a donate button on the right sidebar.
Any thoughts on prices for the two upcoming 2.8 zooms? The 16-55mm / 50-140mm would be a perfect dual lens setup for me, but not if they are overly expensive. Would $1000 / $1400 be reasonable for each?
no idea at the moment. Will keep you posted via FR as soon as I hear something.
Based on existing Fuji lenses does anyone have a guess as to what prices these new lenses will be?
I would guess 1200-1400 USD on the constant aperture zooms based on what Fuji’s facing in competition from Sony. The Sony Zeiss 24-70mm f/4 for A7 is the closest comparable camera/lens combo for overall performance and capability imho and it is $1200. The equivalent lens for APS-C will be a little harder to make so I wouldn’t be surprised to see it priced a bit higher still, but, they won’t want to make that system more appealing by giving it a price advantage.
I don’t think prices is going to be much different from Canon 24-70L F4 IS and 70-200L f4 IS. So $1300-1500 would be my guess.
when Patrick will bring good news with announcment date for XPRO2 – i will donate!))
you’ll probably donate in late 2014 / early 2015 🙂
-))
Tonight I will dream that in the morning the X-T1 will announce and the kit price will be under $2000 and the surprise is that the lens is the 16-55 2.8
Won’t happen. At least not yet. Just look at Fuji’s lens roadmap on what’s possible. Fuji doesn’t have a history of releasing a lens before it’s roadmap date; often later in fact.
Yeah, but it will be a great “dream” I have never been a big fan of zooms but this could really be the do it all Street lens. Guess I will just have to do with the 23 and the 56 for now
Patrick, I Love the site, I hope to help you out in the future…
I love my be x100s and am looking forward to getting the new X-T1 in a few days.
I will use your B&H link 🙂
Cheers,
Craig
Fisher Images
http://www.fisherimages.com
Michigan ( frozen mitten )
Hi, do you think that the price of the X-E2 will drop a bit after the announcement or arrival of the X-T1?
Thanks!
Mguel
T minus 2 days!
I guess with so many pictures and specs out on this already, there really won’t be much new to learn about the camera on Tuesday beyond the release date. I for one am excited though. It might be time to embrace the EVF.
https://fbcdn-sphotos-h-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-prn1/q71/s720x720/69078_689982794380475_1151809775_n.jpg
Nice! presale event Feb 15. I would love to know when would it reach stores with stock… and not only pre-order (I don’t live in the states, so when I buy cameras I buy them when I travel there)
i still hope for an internal GPS.. :/
So, 4:30AM 1/28 London time would mean 10:30PM 1/27 CST (US)…as in tonight?
yes!
Woohooo! 😀